Steamboat Bill, Jr. (1928) was an interesting movie. Not only was it one of
his more dangerous films to work on, but he shot most of the movie near
my hometown of Sacramento. The river is supposed to be the Mississippi
but it was shot on the Sacramento River. I've been down that river on
many occasions. Back to the movie. Keaton plays the son of a famous
steamboat operator. Keaton wants to be like his father but he just doesn't
have what it takes to be a steamboat driver. Until one day when fate
strikes!
A fun film that's a mere showcase for Buster Keaton's talents as a director,
stuntman and comedian. The action is shot flawlessly and the pace is right
on target. One of Keaton's classic films. A fun mix of comedy and action. Highly recommended for Buster Keaton fans and loves of the silent cinema.
Enjoy!
A+
his more dangerous films to work on, but he shot most of the movie near
my hometown of Sacramento. The river is supposed to be the Mississippi
but it was shot on the Sacramento River. I've been down that river on
many occasions. Back to the movie. Keaton plays the son of a famous
steamboat operator. Keaton wants to be like his father but he just doesn't
have what it takes to be a steamboat driver. Until one day when fate
strikes!
A fun film that's a mere showcase for Buster Keaton's talents as a director,
stuntman and comedian. The action is shot flawlessly and the pace is right
on target. One of Keaton's classic films. A fun mix of comedy and action. Highly recommended for Buster Keaton fans and loves of the silent cinema.
Enjoy!
A+